Senior Director, Analyst – Data, Analytics and AI Transformation in Procurement

Gartner

Senior Director at Gartner creating impactful research for AI transformation in procurement. Leading innovative research initiatives and advising clients on business strategies.

Posted 4/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create innovative, engaging, and high-impact research content considered essential
Develop new research and ideas through thought leadership
Be able to take firm positions supported by factual evidence
Develop in-depth analyses to identify the root causes of client obstacles or needs
Demonstrate thought leadership by establishing research positions within an analyst team
Provide independent and provocative perspectives to Gartner leaders
Research, analyze, and anticipate market trends and shifts
Provide clients and prospects with actionable advice aligned with their content domain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred
12+ years of relevant experience in the field or industry
Excellent organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs
Proven excellence in research and writing
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions
Proficiency in data analysis and synthesis; ability to effectively apply models and frameworks
Strong communicator able to explain complex concepts concisely and simply
Subject-matter expert comfortable presenting at both large and small-scale events
Strong business and financial acumen
Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape in the domain

Benefits

Comp & perks

Gartner offers exceptional benefits
Highly competitive compensation
Significant rewards for top performers
Flexibility and support in a hybrid work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisresearch writinganalytical skillspresentation skillscontent developmentthought leadershipmarket trend analysisframework applicationroot cause analysissynthesis

Soft Skills

organizational skillscommunication skillsclient engagementproblem-solvingability to work under tight deadlinesconcise explanation of complex conceptsprovocative perspectiveindependent thinkingcollaborationadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeadvanced degree